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    Barcelona Gothic Quarter Self Guided Walking Tour with Mobile App
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    Barcelona Gothic Quarter Self Guided Walking Tour with Mobile App

    Discover Barcelona’s magic, from Gaudí’s masterpieces to the lively streets of the Gothic Quarter with this 2 hour self-guided tour. Venture through the narrow alleys of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and step beneath ornate arches to uncover centuries of intrigue.
    4. 4( 12 reviews )Discover Barcelona’s magic, from Gaudí’s masterpieces to the lively streets of the Gothic Quarter. - Discover hidden Roman ruins, secret courtyards, and medieval churches tucked behind winding alleys. - Uncover the scarred walls of Plaça Sant Felip Neri and hear stories that survived the bombings of

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    Sagrada Familia and Montserrat Full Day Tour with Transfers
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, History, Private Tours

    Sagrada Familia and Montserrat Full Day Tour with Transfers

    This great value all-in-one tour will allow you to discover Barcelona and Montserrat to gain a deep understanding of Catalonia in just a day. Your guide will pick you up at your accommodation at Barcelona in a comfortable vehicle. During the tour, the guide will share interesting stories about Catalonia, Barcelona, and Montserrat, giving you a deep understanding of the area while keeping the tour entertaining and engaging throughout the day. Highlights
    • Discover the hilltop religious retreat of Montserrat and sample the best of Barcelona
    Sagrada Familia: Guided Tour with Optional Access to the Passion Tower
    Guided Tours, History

    Sagrada Familia: Guided Tour with Optional Access to the Passion Tower

    Get up close and personal with all the details of the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour. Skip the long lines on arrival, and then learn everything about Antoni Gaudí's masterpiece from your expert guide. Hear how Gaudí was inspired by different aspects of life, such as nature, to create his unique style of architecture. Enter the unfinished basilica and be inspired by the light that enters through the stained glass windows in a timeless atmosphere. Visit all 5 areas of the cathedral, and get access to the tower (only if you choose that option) to enjoy panoramic views of the amazing streets and monuments of Barcelona. Inclusions: Guide Skip the line entrance Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: Entrance into the Sagrada Familia requires a strict dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered, no low cut or sleeveless tops and no shorts are permitted. This applies to both men and women. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Girona, Figueres and Dalí Museum - Full-Day Tour
    Day Trips, History, Museums

    Girona, Figueres and Dalí Museum - Full-Day Tour

    Take a day out from the hustle and bustle of the big city and visit the Salvador Dalí Museum at Figueres and the medieval city of Girona , an ideal complement to your stay in Barcelona. Check in at our office in central Barcelona 15 minutes before the departure time of the activity. Board an air-conditioned coach, sit back and relax on the journey to Girona. After a 1 and a half hour drive on the highway, you will arrive in the city. Learn about the Roman origins of this quaint town and see part of the preserved city walls . Walk the cobbled streets of the historic city center and marvel at the details of its buildings. Discover the myths and legends connected to the city. You will have about an hour of free time after the guided tour to explore the city at your own leisure and have lunch. Meet your guide back again for the drive to Figueres , where the Dalí Museum is located. The second stop is Figueres, where Dalí was born in 1904, and which is home to his parting gift to the world, the eclectic Teatre-Museu Dalí. The visit will help you gain a better understanding of this surrealist genius who managed to confound so many during his life. Admire the collection of paintings, sculptures, objects and installations from 1918 to 1982 such as Portrait of Gala with Two Lamb Chops Balanced on Her Shoulder and Face of Mae West Which Can Be Used as an Apartment. You will also have free time to explore the old town and, if you have not chosen the option with the museum entrance, have lunch (not included) in one of the many traditional restaurants. Inclusions: Guide Transport Exclusions: Lunch Girona’s Cathedral admission tickets. Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity
    Go City - Barcelona Explorer Pass - Access to up to 7 Attractions
    Guided Tours

    Go City - Barcelona Explorer Pass - Access to up to 7 Attractions

    Discover Barcelona’s top attractions and get up to 50% off admission with the Barcelona Explorer pass. Choose 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 activities from a list of over 45 attractions and tours. See Guadí’s unfinished masterpieces up close with a guided tour of Sagrada Familia; enjoy views of the Catalonian capital from the waters of the Mediterranean on a boat cruise; experience the crowning architectural work of Gaudí at Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, take a stroll around the most iconic city park on a tour of Park Güell, and much more You will also receive a digital guide with attraction instructions to help plan your itinerary as you go. The pass is fully digital and valid for 60 days from the first attraction visit so you can explore at your own pace. Included attractions to choose from
    • Sagrada Famila guided tour
    Gaudí's Park Güell - Guided Tour
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    Gaudí's Park Güell - Guided Tour

    Make the most of your vacation time with Skip-the-Line Access to Gaudí’s artistic wonderland, Park Güell. With insights and tales from your passionate guide, appreciate Gaudí’s artistic genius while marveling at famous mosaics such as the Serpentine Bench and ‘El Drac’. After your comprehensive tour you are free to stay in the park to explore this eccentric wonderland at your own pace. Without your guide or group to map your route, you can decide where you want to explore and for how long. With commentary from your expert, English-speaking guide throughout, you’ll truly appreciate Gaudí’s creative flair as you marvel at his most intricate compositions with a newly gained understanding of Modernism. Sites Visited
    • Park Güell Make the most of your precious vacation time with our Skip-the-Line tour of Gaudí’s creative utopia, Park Güell! In the company of an expert, English-speaking guide appreciate the artistic wonders of this colorful wonderland. Hear the Park’s Story from an Expert Meet your guide near the entrance of Park Güell. Your expert, English-speaking guide will enthrall you with the history of this mesmerizing park, back to the early 20th century when Gaudí was first commissioned for the project. Park Güell was originally meant to be a gated community for Barcelona’s wealthy inhabitants; Gaudí tapped into all aspects of his creative and architectural genius to design the park and residential community. But the original idea didn’t catch on with the Barcelonians, which means we now have the opportunity to experience this public work - showing Gaudí at his most creative. Skip the Line into the Monumental Zone Upon arriving, your guide will give you a comprehensive guided tour of the park before taking you to the Monumental Zone. Here, you’ll skip the line and enter to see the famous Serpentine Bench and mosaic salamander, ‘El Drac’. Enjoy an hour of unguided free time to wander at your leisure, taking spectacular photos of Gaudí’s creations or imagining what life could have been like for residents in the open-air marketplace and public square. See It All with Time to Spare After your complete guided tour, you are free to stay in the park on your own to wander for longer through the fantasy world of Gaudí or climb to the summit of the hills for stunning panoramic views. Without your guide or group to map your route, you can decide where you want to explore and for how long. Important information Skip the line access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours. We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.
    Girona and Dali Museum in Figueres - Tour with Transfers
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, History, Museums, Small Group Tours

    Girona and Dali Museum in Figueres - Tour with Transfers

    Leave the hustle and bustle of Barcelona behind and travel back in time to discover the medieval city of Girona. Walk through the defensive walls of the city to enjoy great bird’s eye views of the surrounding area. Visit the best-preserved Jewish Quarter of Europe and marvel at the Gothic Cathedral, famous for having the world’s widest Gothic nave. Continue to Dali’s hometown, travel to Figueres to visit the Dali Theatre Museum, the largest surrealist object in the world and a present that Dali himself wanted to leave to his city. Highlights
    • Marvel at the medieval architecture of Girona, while exploring the city's Jewish Quarter
    Sagrada Familia Fast Track Guided Tour including the Towers
    Family Friendly, Guided Tours, History, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Sagrada Familia Fast Track Guided Tour including the Towers

    The unfinished masterpiece of Barcelona’s favourite son, Antoni Gaudí, this outstanding modernist basilica is a highlight of any trip to Barcelona. Discover the fascinating history behind this unique structure as you skip the line and are lead on a guided tour of the church’s exterior and interior, learning how Gaudí took over the project but tragically died in the middle of construction that has still not been completed. Then head to the Sagrada Familia museum to learn about the development of the church from its early beginnings to the present say and even the future plans for its completion. One of the most admired and visited buildings in the world, the Sagrada Familia can attract huge crowds but with this offer you will stroll past the queues and skip the frustrating waiting time. Crane your neck to take in the spectacular spires and towers of its modernist exterior before heading inside to appreciate the pillars, columns and stained glass windows of the interior. Proceed to the Sagrada Familia museum where you will see drawings, plaster models and pictures about the history and development of this basilica from its early beginnings to the present day. The museum also presents fascinating inside information about Antoni Gaudi's life, works and tragic death. At the end of the museum visit, your guide will leave you at the lift at the foot of the museum’s massive tower. Ascend to the top to finish your tour by marveling at the stunning panoramic views of Barcelona. Languages English, French, German, and Spanish Inclusions: Tickets Exclusions: Transport Important Info: Appropriate clothing is necessary to enter the monastery and the basilica. Please be advised that access to the towers is subject to weather conditions. The Towers visit will be unguided. Children under the age of 6, unaccompanied children between 6 and 18, people with mobility or reduced visibility, or who suffer from vertigo or cardiovascular problems cannot climb the towers. Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you It is likely that you may need to take the staircase to descend the tower. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity
    Paella Cooking Class
    Guided Tours

    Paella Cooking Class

    Would you like to learn how to prepare the most emblematic dish of Spanish gastronomy? In this cooking class you will have the opportunity to prepare your own paella with a professional chef . Enjoy a glass of wine while tasting the paella you have just prepared. We will meet in the Horta - Guinardó district, a quiet and cosy area of Barcelona. In this privileged location, surrounded by locals, you will feel as if you are just another inhabitant of Barcelona. A professional chef will welcome you with a short introduction about paella and the main ingredients we will use to prepare it. Meanwhile, we will enjoy a typical Catalan starter , bread with tomato. In a friendly and fun atmosphere, you will learn all the secrets of paella, one of the most important dishes in Spanish gastronomy. In a very dynamic way, we will begin to cook our own paella using fresh and quality ingredients. Discover the best rice for this dish and the best seafood. There is no better way to end the activity than tasting the paella you have just cooked, accompanied by a glass of wine .
    Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona - Ticket
    Museums

    Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona - Ticket

    Enter the stunning Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) , located in a modern building in the heart of the central El Raval neighbourhood, and explore its collections at your own pace , discovering a programme that includes visual arts, performance, dance, film, music, events and groundbreaking educational activities. Journey through some of the most complex visions of contemporary art in a space open to the exchange of ideas and experimentation. Set around a landmark cultural plaza that includes a Gothic chapel and Richard Meier's iconic museum building, the M ACBA's permanent collections include works from the mid-20th century onwards, with a focus on Catalan and Spanish art after 1945 . Over the years, the museum has positioned itself at the forefront through its own distinctive and often innovative museum practices, successfully acting as a platform for discussion and debate, taking on a highly dynamic role and forging a very positive relationship with the art and culture sector, even beyond Catalonia. The MACBA has been a meeting place for the most important movements and voices on the contemporary scene, always balancing the tension between its institutional role and its social aspirations of transformation and critique. Important information: The general admission ticket allows access to all current exhibitions and the Collection exhibition as many times as you wish during one month from the date of purchase. Audioguide languages: Spanish and English
    The Gothic Quarter: Private Half-Day Tour with Barcelona Cathedral
    Guided Tours, History, Private Tours

    The Gothic Quarter: Private Half-Day Tour with Barcelona Cathedral

    Explore Barcelona's iconic Ramblas and the historic Gothic Quarter filled with spectacular architecture in gothic style, including the remains of the Roman-era city walls, many medieval landmarks, and Barcelona Cathedral, famous for its statues of gargoyles and other mythic creatures. Uncover the rich history of the gothic center of Barcelona, which has developed since the Roman period to become the thriving capital of Catalonia that it is today. On your private half-day tour, you will: -Explore the Gothic Quarter (El Barri Gòtic in Catalonian), one of the most exciting parts of the city as it’s home to some of Barcelona’s most famous attractions; -Take a stroll down the world-famous La Rambla promenade, -See the remains of the ancient Roman city walls that rose up to a full 60 feet and boasted 78 towers; -Learn about the stories behind Barcelona landmarks and their long history; -Try your luck at haggling in La Boquería marketplace, and see where locals shop for their produce and meats; -Visit Placa Reial, a vibrant and beautiful square in the heart of the city, with Gaudi-designed lampposts and an incredible fountain that draws in locals and visitors alike; -Walk through the Jewish Quarter of Barcelona, a small but vibrant district with several synagogues and other religious sights that honor the important role of Jewish merchants in medieval Barcelona; -Discover sleepy churchyards, medieval alleyways, and crumbling Gothic Palaces; -Learn about the Roman beginnings of the Old Town, and see remnants of this lost past; -Finish your tour with a guided visit to the majestic Barcelona Cathedral and its famous rooftop filled with gargoyles and mythical creatures. The Gothic Quarter – also known as Barri Gòtic, is the area that stretches from La Rambla to Via Laietana, and from the Mediterranean seafront to Ronda de Sant Pere and is the center of the old city of Barcelona. It is known as the Gothic Quarter, as it used to be the location of a Roman village and some of the remnants still remain. You will visit the Jewish Quarter, known as the Call, a collection of streets in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter that was established by a group of Jewish merchants in the 13th century. This section of the area was established because this group of people wasn’t welcome anywhere else on the mainland along with everyone else, they built their own space to live, build churches or synagogues and freely practice any religion they wanted in peace. Your tour will end with entrance tickets and a guided tour of Barcelona Cathedral. The Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia is a gorgeous Gothic cathedral in the old center of the bustling Catalan city; it is also the seat of the Archbishop of Spain. Construction of the Cathedral began at the end of the 13th century during the reign of King James II of Aragon and took around 150 years to complete. While the structure and internal decoration of the Cathedral were completed by the 15th century, its neo-Gothic façade was added at the end of the 19th century, covering the rather plain original exterior; the roof (which your tickets give you access to) was also adorned with an impressive range of gargoyles. Enjoy this masterpiece as the capstone to your highlights tour! Inclusions: Barcelona Cathedral admission fee Tickets English speaking guide Exclusions: Transportation between sites Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: Please wear comfortable shoes. ;Please wear clothing that conceals the shoulders, legs and arms when visiting religious sites. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    FC Barcelona: Immersive Tour Spotify Camp Nou Experience
    Guided Tours, History

    FC Barcelona: Immersive Tour Spotify Camp Nou Experience

    Discover the true essence of FC Barcelona with a visit to Spotify Camp Nou Stadium, the largest stadium in Europe in terms of stadium capacity, it is also home to a modern museum with large-format interactive walls, new showcases, and a wide collection of objects that reveal the history of FC Barcelona and explain the values that have made Barça “more than a club”. Begin the tour on the first floor. The Spotify Camp Nou Experience Museum retraces the steps of players who have made history, such as Kubala, Cruyff, Maradona, Guardiola, and Ronaldinho, among others. Feel the true Barça passion as you visit the most emblematic areas of the Spotify Camp Nou: including the visitors’ changing room and the tunnel onto the pitch, from where a panoramic view of the whole stadium can be enjoyed. At this point, any Barça supporter's dream becomes reality as they sense just what feels like to be a Barça player. Tour the television set, the mixed zone, the press room, and the press box before moving on to the second floor where you can visit the fascinating Multimedia space. After touring an exhibition full of emotional content, we will access the new space "Spotify Camp Nou Live", where we will enjoy an immersive large-format 360º show. You will be the protagonist of the show, and as if you were in the center of the stadium, you will be able to experience from a unique point of view the emotions that represent what has been, is, and will be the largest stadium in Europe. To end the tour, we will visit a complete exhibition of the Espai Barça architectural project, where there are models and audiovisual pieces to present and discover all the details of what will be the new home of all Barcelona fans. Don't forget to take the opportunity and visit the official store of FC Barcelona. Enjoy an incredible day to remember! Important Information - There may be restrictions Access to the Spotify Camp Nou will be restricted due to ongoing construction, and as a result, the FC Barcelona Museum will be the only area open to visitors. The stadium will remain closed and will not be available for visits. The virtual reality experience at the Museum is not included. Inclusions: Immersive room “Spotify Camp Nou Live” FC Barcelona Tickets and Immersive Tour Camp Nou admission fee Audioguide English and Spanish (Bilingual guide) Exclusions: Lunch Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity
    Barcelona Gaudi Masterpieces and Sagrada Familia by bike - Half-Day Tour
    Guided Tours

    Barcelona Gaudi Masterpieces and Sagrada Familia by bike - Half-Day Tour

    Barcelona Gaudi and Sagrada Familia bike tour is the perfect way to spend half a day in Barcelona. Explore the treasures of this amazing city with the help of our professional guides, equipped with comfortable and easy-to-ride bicycles, useful tips and suggestions to help you tour and sightseeing in Barcelona, ​​a fun and rich outdoor experience and get to know other travelers. A perfect experience for all ages and groups. There are no hills there, and you will stop every few hundred meters to take pictures of places of interest. In addition, you can listen to the fascinating history of Barcelona from a local guide. You ride through El Born, Park Ciutadella and the first stunning neighborhood of the Eixample to reach Gaudí’s most acclaimed masterpiece La Sagrada Familia, where your guide will have ready your skip-the-line tickets. After that, we will focus on modernism, travel through the Eixample district, and marvel at its iconic modernist architecture. Your local guide will tell you fascinating stories about its magical architecture. This is Barcelona's answer to the overcrowded medieval city and the place where Gaudí likes to work nearby in the 19th century. In Eixample, you will pass by some of his most spectacular works, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (also known as La Pedrera). Of course, the journey to Barcelona is incomplete without visiting the Sagrada Familia. During this half-day tour, you will see the medieval heart of the city and the Gaudí buildings expanded in the 19th century. Walk through the green Parc de la Ciutadella and jump off the beach. At the end of the tour, you must have a good understanding of the city and feel that you are familiar with Barcelona like an old friend, while enjoying fun and interesting social activities. With a new modern bike, enjoy Barcelona’s good weather in comfort while exploring the best places in the city. Our small group tours ensure a personalized experience.
    Scuba Diving Adventure in Costa Brava - Small Group Tour
    Outdoors

    Scuba Diving Adventure in Costa Brava - Small Group Tour

    Discover the underwater world from the hand of our expert instructors. They will teach you how to dive in the safest way. Join us on this dive experience in Girona Costa Brava for small groups. This course is a mixture of a try dive and a scuba diving course . We will start with a complete explanation of how scuba diving equipment works and all rules to take into account when scuba diving. In this experience, we will do two dives. A first dive with some basic exercises (emptying the mask, recovering the regulator,…) so that the student gains confidence with the underwater environment. A second dive in which a deeper dive will take place, and the student will put into practice what he/she has learnt in the previous dive. During the second dive, we will also focus on how to maintain neutral buoyancy while scuba diving. This experience has a total duration of about 2 hours. The dives will be 25 minutes each.
     Barcelona Card with Guidebook - Access to 20+ Attractions
    Day Trips

    Barcelona Card with Guidebook - Access to 20+ Attractions

    The card’s benefits have been specially designed to make getting around the city easier than ever before and to grant access to ample attractions bringing together public transport and all the cultural and entertainment treats the city has to offer. The card is available to purchase for three, four, or five days in a row. Whether you prefer museums, art galleries, cathedrals, or shopping, Barcelona has it all! The Barcelona Card provides you with free access or discount to more than 20 of the most popular attractions of the city (including the Joan Miró Foundation, the Museum of Catalan Modernism, the Columbus Column, the Picasso Museum, and Moco ), free transport around town and special discounts in more than 90 shops, restaurants, museums and many more places. There is skip-the-line access to a select list of museums. You will also receive a trilingual guidebook that includes details about discounts and freebies, area-by-area tourist information, a general city map, and a route map of the metro network. The Barcelona Card is the best way to explore this amazing city at your own pace and at an affordable price. Included public transport: Metro (TMB), bus line (TMB), train (FGC, zone
    1) , cable car, tranvía (TRAM), and Commuter Rail of Catalonia (Zone
    Panoramic Montjuic Mountain - Private Tour
    Guided Tours, History, Private Tours

    Panoramic Montjuic Mountain - Private Tour

    Once the tour guide meets you at your hotel or apartment, the tour through Montjuic hill will start by climbing the mountain with the cable car from where you will enjoy the spectacular views of the city. When we get to the top of the hill we will visit the old fortress which was used with military purposes to defend Barcelona from enemies. We will descend the mountain and visit the area where the Olympics took place in
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